Entry Level Lathe and Manual Mill Operator Position Available In Alamance, North Carolina

Entry Level Lathe and Manual Mill Operator Forma-Fab Metals – 3.4

Mebane, NC Job Details Estimated:

$37K – $46.3K a year 23 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Computer skills 4 years Communication skills Mechanical knowledge CNC Entry level Time management

Full Job Description Shift:

Monday-Thursday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Fridays are often used to catch up on work and may be mandatory to work. If so, a 48-hour notice will be given, but a shorter notice may be given for volunteer work hours. The schedule varies on

Friday Position Summary:

Operate machine shop equipment to fabricate parts and perform repairs within prescribed cycle-time / budgeted time and adhere to FFM quality standards. This position runs production lots, communicates with co-workers regarding production runs, and maintains a safe, organized, and clean work environment.

Essential functions:

Plan the machining process by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances Plan stock inventory by checking stock to determine the amount available, verifying needed stock, and following up on orders Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; and providing part programs Set up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads Load feed mechanism by lifting the stock into position Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to standards Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following the manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs Document actions by completing production and quality logs Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments Input and maintain data in the ERP computer system Assist in other areas as needed

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED 4-5 years of CNC experience Conceptual Skills Communication proficiency Mechanical and Technical skills- machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand CAD/CAM technology Attention to detail Problem-solving skills Time Management Basic Computer Skills Maintain excellent attendance, and expected to work overtime if needed.

Environmental Conditions:

Humidity level may be elevated during the summer months Exposure to loud noise Exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration

Physical Demands:

Able to stand on your feet for at least eight hours a day Requires frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling objects that are 50 pounds or heavier Required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear This is a 40-hour-a-week job with the potential for overtime